Cayenne

The cayenne pepper is a type of Capsicum annuum. It is a moderately hot chili pepper commonly used to flavor dishes.

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Scientific Name:  Capsicum annuum
Parts Used:  Red pepper fruit

Cautions: 

• Can irritate sensitive skin
• Do not use on broken skin
• Should be avoided if pregnant, or suffering from ulcers, IBS, ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
• Always use in moderation!

Healing Properties

• Stimulant, digestive, diaphoretic, anti-microbal, cardiac tonic, counter irritant
• Stimulates circulation, purifies the blood.
• Promotes fluid elimination and sweating.
• Good for colds, fever, gas, diarrhea, asthma, toothaches, sore throats, nerve pain and hangovers.
• Applied externally, can be used to help with arthritis, shingles, diabetic neuropathy and fibromyalgia.

How to Use: 
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below).  However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.

• Add fresh or dried herb to food and beverages. 
  
• Can be taken in store-bought capsule or extract form.
• Essential Oils: Apply externally
• How to Dry Herbs
• How to Make Herbal Teas/Infusions/Decoctions
• How to Make Herbal Vinegars
• How to Make Herbal Syrups
• How to Make Herbal Tinctures & Glycerites
• How to Make Herbal Infused Oils
• How to Make Herbal Ointments & Creams
• How to Make Herbal Poultices & Compresses
• How to Make Herbal Electuaries & Oxymels
• How to Make Herbal Lozenges, Gummies, Capsules
  
• How to Make Herbal Baths, Steams & Hair Rinses

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Harvest/Grow Yourself:

• Buy Cayenne Seeds
• Harvest when peppers are bright red
• Zone: 10
• Soil pH: 6.8
• Fertile, moist loam
• Full sun